Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Hospitality and Tourism
University of North Texas

Title: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Hospitality and Tourism

Employee Classification: Principal Lecturer (Continuing

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Merch, Hosp & Tour

Department: UNT-Hospitality & Tourism-137310

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The mission of the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management is to educate the next generation of hospitality and tourism leaders who strive for excellence and embrace our caring, innovative, and empowering community. The program offers a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management in Denton and Frisco, a Bachelor of Science in Event Design and Experience Management in Denton and Frisco, a Master of Science in Hospitality Management, a Master of Science in International Sustainable Tourism, a Master of Science in Hospitality & Data Analytics, and two 12-hour online Graduate Certificates in Hospitality Management, and Event and Tourism Management. The Master of Science in Hospitality Management is offered as both resident and 100% online programs. The Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA) accredits the Bachelor of Science degrees.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Professional Faculty where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping future food and beverage professionals and/or hospitality leaders who oversee restaurant operations! This position offers a unique opportunity to impart your extensive knowledge and passion for restaurant operations to enthusiastic students, preparing them for successful careers in the hospitality industry. The faculty is responsible for overseeing the student learning in the front and back of house of the Club at Gateway, our student-operated restaurant. The new hire will implement innovative teaching methods to assure that students understand food production using culinary methods, new technologies, and management practices. The faculty is responsible for course instruction primarily in HMGT 3251 Restaurant Operations, EDEM 3500 Catering Operations, and other courses as assigned for a 4/4 workload. The faculty may be required to travel off campus to monitor students and/or teach classes at lab sites in Frisco, Texas. The Professional Faculty will lead students in menu design, food preparation, planning and pricing menu items, ordering supplies, and keeping records and accounts. The faculty is responsible for activities which consist of collaboration with department and college faculty and staff and will plan and develop recipes and menus, determine production schedules and worker-time requirements to ensure timely delivery of lunch during restaurant operation and events as scheduled. The faculty will provide course instruction and monitor teaching/learning effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

An Associates degree in Culinary Arts, Pastry Arts, Hospitality, Food Science, Gastronomy, or related discipline and 15+ years of work-related experience.
OR
A Bachelors Degree or higher in Culinary Arts, Pastry Arts, Hospitality, Food Science, Gastronomy, or related discipline and 10+ years in work-related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree
Prior Teaching Experience
Active industry engagement/membership

Required License/Registration/Certifications

ServSafe required
American Culinary Federation Certification preferred

Work Schedule:

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

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